The LDP struggles to define its future after election flub
The public doesn’t know what it wants — other than “not this” — so indecision by the LDP and other parties is understandable.Brad Glosserman (The Japan Times)
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Tsunami Waves Hit Pacific Coastlines After Massive Earthquake In Russia's Far East
A powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake rocked the Kamchatka Peninsula in Russia's Far East on July 30, sparking tsunami warnings and evacuations around the Pacific Ocean.Current Time (RFE/RL)
YouTube loosens profanity rules for monetized videos
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YouTube loosens profanity rules for monetized videos | TechCrunch
YouTube is tweaking its profanity-related rules to allow creators to monetize videos with swearing in them, provided the profanity is contained to the first seven seconds of the video.Ivan Mehta (TechCrunch)
#CalvinAndHobbes by #BillWatterson on GoComics
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Calvin and Hobbes by Bill Watterson for July 30, 2025 | GoComics
Read Calvin and Hobbes—a comic strip by creator Bill Watterson—for today, July 30, 2025, and check out other great comics, too!www.gocomics.com
Win one of five PicoCalc Kits — Raspberry Pi Official Magazine
Pocket calculator or microcontroller unit? you decide…Raspberry Pi Official Magazine
When people say it’s not normal to be LGBT or #queer, they don’t mean that the percentage of people who are LGBT is small.
When people say it’s not normal to be queer, what they really mean is that it’s wrong to be queer.
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Is Being Queer Normal? - Prism & Pen - Medium
When LGBT rights are discussed, we often hear debate over whether being queer or LGBT is normal. People will point to the rise of members of Gen Z identifying as LGBT (most identifying as bisexual)…Laura Westford (Prism & Pen)
Should we accept this kind of communism? - EUROPE SAYS
Should we accept this kind of communism? https://i.redd.it/gwnrm93pe0gf1.png by GoranPersson777EUROPE SAYS
Eagles Announce Roster Move During Training Camp
The Philadelphia Eagles have announced a roster move this week. They have waived Danny Gray and added the former Sam Houston wide receiver, Ife Adeyi.Justin Grasso (Newsweek)
I recently retold a story I get asked about rather frequently when going on podcasts or shows as a guest: how I got started uploading philosophy videos (originally from my classes) into YouTube. Turns out, my then-fiancee, now-wife had a major part in it
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A Portion Of My "Origin Story": Starting Out Producing YouTube Videos
how I ended up becoming a teacher for people all over the world, without ever intending to do so!Gregory B. Sadler (Gregory B. Sadler - That Philosophy Guy)
Jagae Cookie is a powerful epic-rarity support cookie who was recently added to Cookie Run: Kingdom. When paired with Manju Cookie, she's unstoppable.
Cookie Run: Kingdom - Best Toppings And Beascuits For Jagae Cookie
Jagae Cookie is a powerful epic-rarity support cookie who was recently added to Cookie Run: Kingdom. When paired with Manju Cookie, she's unstoppable.Jessica Mills-Cox (Screen Rant)
The Summer Hikaru Died couldn’t work without its queer themes
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The Summer Hikaru Died couldn’t work without its queer themes
The Summer Hikaru Died is one of the most compelling psychological horror anime we’ve seen. It is also undeniably queer.Aimee Hart (Polygon)
⛔️🇷🇺Hackers Cripple Russia’s Flagship Airline, Exposing Deep Security Flaws. A cyberattack on Aeroflot on 28 July canceled 50 flights, stranding hundreds. Pro-Ukrainian groups Silent Crow and (PHOTO, VIDEOS, and more) #Ukraine #NukesForUkraine #Germany #France #Italy #OSCE #PACE #CoE #SouthKorea #Press #News #Taiwan #Media #Japan #USA #US #UK #EU #NATO #UnitedStates #UnitedKingdom
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🖥️✈️ Hackers Cripple Russia’s Flagship Airline, Exposing Deep Security Flaws 📍 A cyberattack on Aeroflot on 28 July canceled 50 flights, stranding hundreds.Telegram
Gen AI apps doubled their revenue, grew to 1.7B downloads in first half of 2025 | TechCrunch
People are downloading and spending money on Gen AI apps more than ever.Ivan Mehta (TechCrunch)
'Guillotine swinging': GOP strategists privately worried about key Senate race
During a late July appearance on MSNBC, Never Trump conservative and former Ohio Gov. John Kasich argued that if Sen. Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina) hadn't decided against seeking reelection, former Gov.Alex Henderson (Alternet.org)
Thousands Line Streets For Ozzy Osbourne’s Funeral As Emotional Sharon Osbourne & Family Pay Respects
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Ozzy Osbourne's Funeral: Sharon Osbourne Pays Respect To Metal Legend
Ozzy Osbourne's funeral has taken place and Sharon Osbourne has paid respect to the Black Sabbath frontman.Max Goldbart (Deadline)
correct! Recent report out of Penn State on this, here: thexlab.org/wp-content/u... Despite the Trump "feud," Republicans want to smother Musk with subsidies while pretending Starlink is some kind of magic broadband band aid
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‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ $170M Promo Push Boosted By Little Caesars, Zillow, Pop-Tarts & More; Pic Eyes $200M U.S. Box Office Cume In 2nd Frame
https://deadline.com/2025/07/fantastic-four-first-steps-advertiser-tie-ins-1236473620/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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'Fantastic Four: First Steps': All The Advertiser Tie-Ins For Marvel Movie
'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' Promotional campaign is worth $170M and includes such brands as Pop-Tarts, Little Ceasars, General Mills, Citizen Watches, more.Anthony D'Alessandro (Deadline)
Punk rock icon cancels tour amid accusations of spousal abuse
https://www.pennlive.com/entertainment/2025/07/punk-rock-icon-cancels-tour-amid-accusations-of-spousal-abuse.html?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
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Punk rock icon cancels tour amid accusations of spousal abuse
“I hope I get the chance to demonstrate in the future that this is not who I am or what I’m about," she wrote.Chris Mautner | cmautner@pennlive.com (pennlive)
Pokémon Company apologizes for fan art winding up in Pokémon TCG Pocket
The Pokémon Company chalked up the Ho-Oh fan art controversy to a production issue after similarities between fan art and a new card sparked backlash.Isaac Rouse (Polygon)
The Summer Hikaru Died couldn’t work without its queer themes
The Summer Hikaru Died is one of the most compelling psychological horror anime we’ve seen. It is also undeniably queer.Aimee Hart (Polygon)
NBA to play six regular-season games in Europe over three years - UPI.com
The NBA will play six games in Europe over the next three years, the league announced Wednesday. The Orlando Magic and Memphis Grizzlies will play two in 2026.Alex Butler (UPI)
AIR lands $23M to bring its eVTOLs to the US
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AIR lands $23M to bring its eVTOLs to the US | TechCrunch
Israel-based eVTOL startup AIR has raised $23 million to scale production of both its piloted and uncrewed cargo aircraft, and enter the U.S.Kate Park (TechCrunch)
Pregnant Woman Films Dog Cuddling Her Bump—Tears Over What Follows
"'Your stomach just kicked me in the face,'" one person reacted, imagining the dog's inner dialogue.Maria Morava (Newsweek)
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LIVE: UN meeting on Israel-Palestinian two-state solution
Live from the United Nations General Assembly Hall for a plenary meeting promoting a two-state solution to the decades-old Israel-Palestinian conflict. Israe...YouTube
'Guillotine swinging': GOP strategists privately worried about key Senate race
During a late July appearance on MSNBC, Never Trump conservative and former Ohio Gov. John Kasich argued that if Sen. Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina) hadn't decided against seeking reelection, former Gov.Alex Henderson (Alternet.org)
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Stablecoin USDC breaks dollar peg after firm reveals it has $3.3 billion in SVB exposure
The U.S. cryptocurrency firm Circle's USD Coin lost its dollar peg and fell to a record low Saturday morning.Ashley Capoot (CNBC)
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🚨All HELL BREAKS LOOSE in US as Trump’s Plan ACCELERATES
MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas continues his reporting on what it really looks like in streets in United States cities and towns as Trump unleashes ICE to dis...YouTube
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Yo el día que lo aprendí fue en una acción activista que hacíamos conjuntamente con familias gitanas. Tenía 29 años.
Mi cara de sorpresa al escucharlo y su cara de sorpresa al darse cuenta que los no gitanos no lo conocíamos... todavía no lo olvido.
@CorioPsicologia Yo lo descubrí a través de la cultura. En concreto, de la canción de Marea «Ciudad de los gitanos»:
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Está basada en el «Romance de la guardia civil española» del Romancero gitano de Lorca:
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Ambos, música y poema, ponen los pelos de punta. En cuanto escarbé un poco, llegué a La Gran Redada. Me dejó helado. Y luego el Samudaripen.
Gracias infinitas a @rukeli por seguir divulgando.
N.J. judge berated children in truancy cases, threatened to call ICE on immigrants, charges says
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N.J. judge berated children in truancy cases, threatened to call ICE on immigrants, charges says
A municipal judge in Somerset County was suspended after berating minors in court, and now faces disciplinary charges.Matthew Enuco | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com (nj)
Germany’s budget woes set to return, finance minister warns
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Germany’s budget woes set to return, finance minister warns
Despite landmark legislation to allow massive new borrowing for defense and infrastructure, Germany’s government still faces a spending crunch.Nette Nöstlinger (POLITICO)
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